Need to know
How to find us
Iveing at Ambleside, Old Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0DJ
By car: on entering Ambleside from the south, proceed on Lake Road turning first right onto Old Lake Road. Proceed for approximately 400m and the property can be found on the right, just past the entrance to Iveing Cottage. From the North turn left off Lake Road prior to the BP garage and the property is 300m on the left hand side.
Please take care when entering and exiting the driveway, particularly if you drive a low vehicle.
By public transport: Windermere is the closest train station and is 4 miles away. Bus 555 (connects Kendal – Keswick) is right outside Windermere train station and runs every 15 mins straight to Ambleside. We are a 3-minute walk from Ambleside’s bus terminal.
We are:
- 4 hours by train to Windermere from London Euston (change at Oxenholme for Windermere, then bus 555 to Ambleside)
- 2.5 hours by road from Glasgow/Edinburgh
- 2 hours by road from Manchester, also train connection to Windermere from Manchester Airport
- 20 miles by road from M6 Motorway (junction 36)
There is a private driveway with three spaces allocated to Iveing House and one space for guests of Iveing View. Additional free on-road parking is available close-by.
Where can I park?
Iveing is blessed with it’s own private driveway – a rarity in Ambleside! One space is available for guests of Iveing View. Three spaces are available for guests of Iveing House. Free roadside parking is available just outside of the driveway and in the near vicinity.
What time is check-in and check-out?
- Check in: 16:00
- Check out: 10:00
You will be emailed access instructions before your stay.
What is included?
- Beds will be made up for you
- One bath towel is provided per guest, all bathrooms and sinks in bedrooms have a hand towel
- A cot and high chair is available for children under the age of 2 (please bring your own cot linen)
- The houses are heated by gas central heating
- Free WiFi access is available
Is it dog-friendly?
Absolutely. We love well-behaved four-legged friends: two are welcome at Iveing View and four are welcome at Iveing House. We politely request that they do not go on sofas or beds. There is an additional charge of £20.00 per dog to cover extra cleaning.
Please remember to bring your dog’s bed and a towel.
Can I smoke?
For the comfort of all guests, both properties are non-smoking.
How accessible is the property?
The garden is on a steep embankment and unfortunately is not therefore accessible to guests.
Due to the age and layout of the properties, there are are a large number of steps. Unfortunately it is not suited to those with limited mobility.
Who do I speak to if I have any other questions?
In the first instance, please contact our lettings agent, Holiday Cottages, on 01237 426 781.
Booking Terms & Conditions
To secure a booking, a deposit of one third of the total is payable immediately. The remaining balance is due 9 weeks before your stay. If you need to cancel for any reason, our refund policy is:
- More than 63 days’ notice – your liability to pay the balance will be waived, however your deposit will not be refunded
- 50-63 days notice – 40% of the total accommodation cost
- 36-49 days notice – 20% of the total accommodation cost
- 36-49 days notice – 20% of the total accommodation cost
- 22-35 days notice – 10% of the total accommodation cost
- 21 or less days notice – no refund due
Muddy boots and dogs welcome!